CARNEIRO: Composer Marquinhos de Oswaldo Cruz takes his artistic name from the working-class Rio suburb of Oswaldo Cruz, and that's where we're going. This is the 30th edition of the samba train, the ...

The rare flowering of Talipot palms remains visible in Rio de Janeiro as several decades-old trees bloom simultaneously for ...

This iconic landmark is a must-see attraction in Rio. Recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, this statue of Jesus Christ stands with arms outstretched to the city from above ...

The best time to visit Rio is between December and March, when the weather is warm and sunny enough to hit the beaches, although there may be quick but heavy downpours in the evenings. The city's ...

Rio Carnival is one of the biggest, boldest and brightest events in the Brazilian calendar, and it’s taking the country’s tourism capital by storm next week. The sound of samba rings, raucous parties ...

Grieving residents laid out dozens of bodies in Rio de Janeiro's streets as the new death toll was announced, with some angry residents accusing the police of execution-style killings. "The most ...

News headlines Rio Tinto (RIO) continues to attract optimism from analysts, with a strong Buy rating and growth strategies outlined by its CEO. Recent developments include a significant feasibility ...

Australian mining firm Ioneer Ltd. is interested in bidding on a bundle of Rio Tinto Group’s US assets that produce boron, a critical mineral used in fertilizer, according to its top executive.